Cheap Homes for Rent in North Kensington Neighborhood of Kensington, MD from $1,500 (13 Rentals)

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property at 3015 Upton Dr

$1,500 - $2,500

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Apr 25

3015 Upton Dr

KensingtonMD20895

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property at 10618 Kenilworth Ave

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

10618 Kenilworth Ave, Unit 203, Unit 203

10618 Kenilworth Ave
BethesdaMD20814
property at 10607 Weymouth St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

10607 Weymouth St, Unit 201, Unit 201

10607 Weymouth St
BethesdaMD20814
property at 12307 Braxfield Ct

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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12307 Braxfield Ct, Unit 5, Unit 5

12307 Braxfield Ct
North BethesdaMD20852

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North Kensington, Kensington, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Kensington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Kensington area of Washington, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Rock Creek Terrace priced from $1,448. Pooks Hill Tower & Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,455. Here are the most affordable North Kensington apartments for rent in Washington, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rock Creek TerraceTwo Bedroom - Garden2BR,1BA$1,448
Pooks Hill Tower & CourtMarigoldStudio,1BA$1,455
Landmark at Glenmont StationA11BR,1BA$1,530
Glenmont ForestJR 1BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,548
Arrive WheatonFayette AffordableStudio,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Kensington, MD

As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Kensington area is the $1.61 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath Model at Village Square Apartments in the in the Parkside neighborhood starting from $2,013. The second greatest value North Kensington apartment is the 11710 Old Georgetown Rd Model at 11710 Old Georgetown Rd, Unit 1113 starting at $2,500 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Halpine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Village Square Apartments2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.61
11710 Old Georgetown Rd, Unit 111311710 Old Georgetown Rd2BR,1BA$2.41
MetroPointeOne Bedroom/One Bath - 1E1BR,1BA$2.03
Wheaton House2BR; 1ST; COURTYARD EXPO2BR,1BA$2.37
The Fields of Silver SpringB22BR,1BA$2.04
Oakfield Apartment HomesB22BR,1BA$2.27
Auden PlaceModel 1B1BR,1BA$2.00
11700 Old Georgetown Rd11700 Old Georgetown Rd1BR,1BA$2.19
AtelierA11BR,1BA$2.41
The Flats at Wheaton Station1B/1C1BR,1BA$2.40

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Kensington

What type of rentals are currently available in North Kensington?

There are currently 108 Apartments for Rent in North Kensington, MD with pricing that ranges from $888 to $12,257. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Kensington ranging from $1,800 to $7,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Kensington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Kensington ranges from $1,800 to $7,250 with an average monthly rent of $3,204.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Kensington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Kensington range from $2,244 to $12,257, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,395 to $7,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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